Assistant Public Defender - Courtroom Advocate for Justice

State of Georgia; Griffin (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Georgia, Griffin Judicial Circuit Public Defender's Office, seeks an Assistant Public Defender 1 to handle indigent criminal defense in Spalding County. The attorney will represent clients through arraignment, pretrial, trial preparation, plea negotiations, trial, and sentencing, under supervision as needed.

The position requires a Juris Doctorate and Georgia bar admission, with responsibilities including court appearances, client interviews, and defense strategy development in a

Qualifications

• JD and Georgia law license required; active member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia.
• Strong trial advocacy and legal research skills essential.
• Excellent written and oral communication; ability to handle indigent defense cases.

Responsibilities

• Represent indigent clients in all phases of criminal proceedings in Superior Court.
• Attend court appearances, prepare motions, file papers, and participate in plea negotiations.
• Manage case files, interview clients and witnesses, and coordinate with investigators and experts.

Skills

Communication

Advocacy

Interpersonal skills

Education

Juris Doctorate and Georgia bar admission

Job description

State of Georgia, Griffin Judicial Circuit Public Defender's Office, seeks an Assistant Public Defender 1 to handle indigent criminal defense in Spalding County. The attorney will represent clients through arraignment, pretrial, trial preparation, plea negotiations, trial, and sentencing, under supervision as needed.

The position requires a Juris Doctorate and Georgia bar admission, with responsibilities including court appearances, client interviews, and defense strategy development in a